The 23rd Nordic Congress of General Practice (NCGP) gathered over 1000 general practitioners, researchers, and educators from all over the world.

Rotating between Nordic countries every two years, the NCGP Congress was held in Turku from the 11th to the 14th of June, 2024. The congress brought together medical professionals to discuss the latest research in general practice, focusing particularly on the values and challenges of Nordic healthcare. The event saw 1,074 delegates from 21 countries.

Päivi Korhonen, Professor at the University of Turku and Chair of the Scientific Committee of the congress highlighted Turku as an ideal venue for a medical congress. “Turku has a strong foundation in medical expertise and long-standing traditions in the field. Additionally, the city offers both historical charm and modern event facilities, making this congress especially successful.”

The congress was hosted at Logomo, which provided modern and functional facilities for large-scale events. Logomo’s location near the city center and hotels allowed participants to move around easily on foot, aligning with the event’s environmental values. The congress dinner took place at the Ruissalo boatyard, with attendees arriving by ferry along the Aura River.

“We received a lot of positive feedback from international guests regarding Turku as an event city. Many were pleasantly surprised by the combination of history and modernity the city offers,” Korhonen states.

The congress featured a diverse program, including keynote speeches, symposia, and smaller workshops where participants could share their expertise and discuss current research topics. The scientific content of the congress focused on the seven core values of Nordic general practice. Speakers and researchers discussed how these values are implemented in practical healthcare and how they can be further strengthened.

The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive. “From the first keynote speech, the atmosphere was enthusiastic, and it was wonderful to see how the audience of over a thousand engaged actively in discussions,” Korhonen says.

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Turku is one of the leading faculties in Finland, and its connections to the international scientific community create a solid foundation for successful events. “We are proud to have brought this significant congress to Turku,” Korhonen concludes.

Read the article on Finland Convention Bureau website: https://fcb.visitfinland.com/en/discover/success-stories/ncgp-2024-turku/

More information on Turku as a destination for international congresses and meetings can be found on Turku Convention Bureau website: https://www.visitturkuarchipelago.fi/business-events-and-congresses